Salt & Light Catholic Radio Podcasts (general)

     "Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. Today, she looks at some of the great Saints we get to celebrate in the coming week as well as suggestions on how to honor them best.  Then, Teresa spotlights today's feast for St. Francis de Sales.

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     This "Blast From the Past" is taken from the Morning Light audio archives - a year ago on this day - from a Financial Fitness segment with Stephen Stech at Capital Financial Solutions, talking about women in the world of money & finances.

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     "Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in east Boise. Today, while our co-hosts feast on a plate of dried fruits, nuts and toast in honor of a Jewish celebration, Chef shares readings from Leviticus and tells us how we should "proclaim the Gospel" with great energy.

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     Josh Andrus & John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to continue the discussion on “The Ten Commandments”  Today - the 9th Commandment … where you can learn more in CCC paragraphs #2514 - #2533.

 

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     Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors of The Magis Center, joins Morning Light today to remind us of how and why Fr. Spitzer created this institute that focuses on both faith AND science (not either/or)  Dr. French is also a keynote speaker for the upcoming Idaho Catholic Men's Conference.

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     Morning Light presents “Thoughts on Theology” as Fr. Dominique Fraure, the Prior of the Fraternity of Verbum Spei, offers his reflections to a wide variety of topics.  From Mary to metaphysics, Fr. Dominique is ready to offer HIS…“Thoughts on Theology.”  This is Episode #1 entitled "Our Intelligence."  To learn more about the Fraternity of Verbum Spei, or the Monastery of Our Lady of Ephesus, visit their website: www.vsboise.org

 

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     "Passionately Pro-Life" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we talk about everything from womb to tomb.  Today, our guest Megan Wold shares her thoughts on Saturday's Respect Life Rally and pro-life issues being discussed in the current Idaho Legislative Session.

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The Mass for Life recorded January 20, 2024 from the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in downtown Boise. Celebrant - Bishop Peter Christensen with concelebrants Fr. German Osario and Fr. Tim Segert with help from Dcn. Derrick O'Neill.

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     Paul Ford joins Morning Light today to talk about Catholic education. He shares the story of a Supreme Court ruling regarding Catholic Education and how the Knights of Columbus got involved in this historical decision. This is the case about the Society of Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, and the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on June 1, 1925, against an Oregon law requiring children to attend public schools which was ruled unconstitutional. This ruling was important since the Oregon law was primarily intended to eliminate parochial schools.

 

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     Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho.  Today, we re-visit "Cookies for Corrections" after the article in the Idaho Catholic Register came out late last week.  Also, an in-depth look at their Career Development work inside and outside Boise prisons.  Finally, you're encouraged to begin your "spring cleaning" early and bring good quality donations of clothing and household goods to SVdP Thrift Stores.

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     During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Morning Light talks with Kris Foster, Music Director of St. Mark's Catholic Community in Boise.  The Third Sunday in Ordinary Time has been designated Word of God Sunday and she describes what will be different at Mass this weekend.

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     Christian Welp from the Diocese of Boise visits with Morning Light regarding some political issues in the current Idaho Legislative session that may be of interest to Catholic voters.

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    Why should Catholics be pro-life?  With the Idaho Respect Life Mass and March coming up this Saturday and the Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children on the 22nd, Fr. Justin Brady from St. Paul's delves deeper into this subject during "The Catholic Attic" - a montly catechesis lesson heard during Morning Light.

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     "Man Cave" is a weekly segment of Morning Light with local host Pat King and, from Spirit of Truth Radio Arts, David Fortin.  Today, part 2 of their interview with Dcn. Dave Imhof regarding the new COR program offered by the Knights of Columbus.

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     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  On today's segment: 1) How long can we leave up our Christmas tree & decor?  2) Who are the Saints coming up in the next 7 days and how can we celebrate them?  3) How can we properly observe the Holy Name of Jesus?

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     "Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  Today, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Matt talking about "Misery and Mercy."

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     "Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light, hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in east Boise.  Chef could not be with us this morning due to some unforeseen car trouble so we have his "Best of" segment from Jan. 24, 2023 talking about hummus.

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     Alanna Burg & Pam Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light to continue the discussion on “The Ten Commandments.”  Today - the 8th Commandment … which is encompassed in the Catechism of the Catholic Church in paragraphs #2464 - #2513.

 

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     Eric Meyer returns to Morning Light with a unique new series that looks at how our Catholic faith permeates our culture in ways you may be unaware of!  Today's topic is food & drink...while many know beer & pretzels were invented by monks, do you know the origin of the crescent roll?  Do you know the Catholic backstory to Jagermeister liquor?  How did the Filet O'Fish sandwich come to be?  Tune in and enjoy today's stories!

 

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     Morning Light welcomes back Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press.  This is the Year in Review edition, featuring the Top Ten stories of 2023.  Plus, news about the upcoming Idaho Catholic Men's Conference, a beautiful story about open adoption, and an important story about how changes to the U.S. immigration laws could impact our foreign-born priests in the Diocese of Boise.

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     During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Morning Light welcomes back John Vitz from Angelus Music…talking today about God, our Father.  John shares his version of the PATER NOSTER  https://vimeo.com/201160259 

     Also, he spotlights St. Joseph and his role as a father to Christ. John shares about his Consecration to Saint Joseph, using the great book by Father Don Calloway.  Finally, we'll pay tribute to Joseph with my song JOSEPH, sung by Jake Ineck.  https://vimeo.com/738844869 

 

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     Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light to talk about today being National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Plus, a look at the upcoming Respect Life Mass, March and Rally on Saturday, January 20th. Finally, we continue our series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage with CCC #1633 & 1634 discussing "mixed marriages" between Catholics and non-Catholics.

 

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     Christian Welp from the Diocese of Boise joins Morning Light today to share details about "The Chosen" interfaith celebration coming to the Ford Idaho Center on Saturday, February 10th with two shows at 2:00pm and 7:00pm. Admission is free but you must have a ticket.  Learn more at the website:  https://comeevents.org 

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     "Man Cave" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King & David Fortin. Today, part 1 of their discussion with Dcn. Dave Imhof about the new COR program offered through the Knights of Columbus.

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     "Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda. Today, after she goes over the saints to celebrate over the next 7 days, Teresa discusses ideas on how grandparents can share their Catholic Faith with their grandchildren even when their grandchildren’s parents have prevented them from doing so.

 

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     "Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  Today, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Kathy Edwards…checking in today on those New Year's Resolutions.  How are they going?  She gives us a little review of setting realistic goals and making small continuous improvements that will probably be helpful right about now.

 

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     "Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in east Boise.  Today, while our co-hosts enjoy some delicious beef skewers with rice & tzatziki sauce, Dcn. Lou talks about ancient kitchens that have been discovered and how they coincide with Scripture readings.

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     John Keenan & Pamila Jaskowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to discuss the 7th Commandment.  You may be surprised about just how much of our life falls under "Thou Shall Not Steal."

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     Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors at The Magis Center, joins Morning Light today to continue our discussion on modern Eucharistic Miracles. 

 

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     Morning Light searched the audio archives to bring you this Blast From the Past.  A “best of” Parish Nursing segment from Jan. 13, 2022 when Gina Schmidt talked about January being National Blood Donor Month.

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     Morning Light welcomes back "Passionately Pro-Life" advocate, Emily Naugle, to discuss a couple of news stories from last year and a look ahead at the Life Mass and March for Life in Boise coming up on January 20.

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     Stanlynne Mixayphone joins Morning Light today to launch a 4-part series as January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month. She is a Trained Volunteer Ambassador of Hope for Shared Hope International. This is part 2 of our discussion.

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      Morning Light talks with Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho. Today, he shares the results from the recent "Avenues for Hope" fundraiser, where they were 3rd in the state for both number of donations and amount collected!  We also talk about the growth and ministry going on inside our area prisons.

 

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     As we prepare for Epiphany, some one who is popping up in our daily readings is John the Baptist.  During today's "Sacred Music" segment of Morning Light, Ken Jercha from Holy Apostles performs some new verses to the classic "Ready the Way."

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     MaryLou Molitor stops by Morning Light today to offer some "Political Potpourri" as the 2024 Idaho Legislative Session begins on Monday, January 8th after Governor Little's State of the State Address.

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     The Catholic Attic is a montly catechesis lesson on Morning Light provided by Fr. Justin Brady.  This "best of" offering is from March 17, 2023 as Father discusses how to properly discern voices. What is from God, what is from the evil one and what is our own pride trying to make something happen?

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     During this episode of Man Cave, Pat King & David Fortin discuss the upcoming Idaho Catholic Men's Conference taking place on Feb. 3rd at Holy Apostles Catholic Church in Meridian.  Register now at www.IdahoCatholicMen.org

 

 

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     "Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, she shares ideas on how to continue our Christmas celebration as well as observing the upcoming Epiphany and the Baptism of the Lord.

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     Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Dr. Joe Lipetzky talks about teaching children "modesty" based on the book "Character Building" by David Isaacs.

https://www.amazon.com/Character-Building-Parents-Teachers-2001-04-10/dp/B01K04OC2M 

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     Cooking with Scripture is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in east Boise.  Chef couldn't be with us today so we offer this "Best of" segment from Jan. 4 of 2022 which covered the topic of Epiphany.  With a New Year upon us, what "star" will YOU choose to follow?

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     Morning Light welcomes back the Idaho Lay Dominicans to kick off our first live show of 2024!  Josh Andrus & Pam Jaszkowiak talk about the Sixth Commandment - learn more between paragraphs 2331 and 2359 in the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

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     Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “Woman of the Eucharist.” Based on the final encyclical from Pope Saint John Paul II, Mary is presented as the Mother and Model of the Church.  Join Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage as continues to help us understand why the Eucharist is so important to our Catholic faith.  To learn more about the ministry of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

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     Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, stops by Morning Light today to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press!  If you do not currently subscribe, please visit the website www.CatholicIdaho.org to learn more.

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     Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho. Today, a recap of the recent "Cookies for Corrections"  Hope Ryan talks a bit about her experience at South Idaho Correctional Institution on Tuesday night.  Also, Christmas Toy Store results - over 5,800 kids served this year!  With some wonderful support from the Knights of Columbus with their Coats for Kids program.  Finally, the Avenues for Hope Campaign continues through the end of the year but please give during the Weekend Warrior phase this Saturday & Sunday.

 

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     Morning Light wraps up the show with our own Hope Ryan and her son, Gabe.  They share the history behind some of the better Christmas Carols to come out of America.

O Little Town of Bethlehem (Phillips Brooks - 1860s) and sung by Frank Sinatra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lWshYhKTm4

Go Tell It On the Mountain (arranged/published early 1900s) Sing Out Gospel Choir:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39N_mqPT4hA

Do You Hear What I Hear? (by Noel Regney) and sung by Bing Crosby: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YdnYjKC19n4

Born on That Day by Matt Maher:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLfmGOeS_G4

 

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     In response to the recent publication, On the Pastoral Meaning of Blessings, from the Vatican - Fr. Caleb Vogel (Vicar General) and Dcn. Scott Pearhill (Communications Director) stop by Morning Light to offer clarification and share where Bishop Peter stands on the matter.

 

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     "Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, she shares saints and feast days to celebrate over these next 2 weeks.  Then, more ideas on how to celebrate the Christmas Season.

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     Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  Today, Matt from Cornerstone talks about the pitfalls of being self-centered.

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     Cooking With Scripture is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish.  Today's topic is "thorns & thistles" - while Deacon Lou talks about the "sticky" situations we get ourselves in to, our co-hosts dine on some delicious artichoke dip with healthy crackers made from seeds and nuts.

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     Morning Light welcomes John Keenan & Anita Moore from the Idaho Lay Dominicans - here to continue the discussion on “The Ten Commandments”  Today, the Fifth (start at CCC paragraph #2258) and Sixth Commandments (CCC #2331).

 

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     Mary McCool stops by Morning Light to shares details about Rachel's Vineyard.  The next healing retreat is scheduled for May 3-5, 2024 up in Garden Valley.  Get details at: https://www.rachelsvineyard.org/weekend/all-sites.aspx?s=ID#retreatsdetailsrow

 

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     Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “Woman of the Eucharist.” Based on the final encyclical from Pope Saint John Paul II, Mary is presented as the Mother and Model of the Church.  Join Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage as continues to help us understand why the Eucharist is so important to our Catholic faith.  To learn more about the ministry of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

 

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     This "best of" was taken from December 9, 2021 when Morning Light talked with Jake Ineck from Holy Apostles about Advent music.

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     Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light today to test our knowledge of famous Christmas movies.

 

 

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     Morning Light welcomes back Alberto Jaramillo from Bronco Catholic with an update on the future of young adult ministry at the Boise State campus.

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     "The Catholic Attic" is a monthly catechesis lesson heard on Morning Light provided by Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  This month, we discuss “Our Lady of Guadalupe” who we celebrated yesterday.

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     Man Cave is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Pat King & David Fortin.  Today, they share a “Forgotten Treasures” segment with Fr. Burke, which can be found on Spirit of Truth Radio Arts’ website:  www.CastingThe.net/forgotten-treasures.php

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     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  In this episode, she talks about the Saints during this upcoming week of Advent.  Then, for planning purposes, Teresa addresses the practical question regarding the Masses for both the 4th Sunday of Advent and Christmas. What are our options? Can one Mass cover both - sort of a 2-for-1 option? 

 

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     Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light, where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  Today, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Kathy Edwards, talking about those pesky New Year's Resolutions.  Why do we make them?  How long do we typically keep them and what gets in the way of us keeping them?  Are there some more productive resolutions we can make instead?

 

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     "Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon of Our Lady of the Rosary parish in east Boise.  Today, the lesson is from Hosea regarding "the unturned cake" - while our co-hosts delight in homemade wheat germ pancakes (with oatmeal & crushed banana for flavoring) covered with ghee and fresh maple syrup, Deacon/Chef Lou explains how we can be burned by sin on one side because we don't turn over towards God.

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     Josh Andrus & Mike Turner from the Idaho Lay Dominicans stop by Morning Light today to talk about the Third and Fourth Commandments.  Should YOU wish to brush up on the Catechism of the Catholic Church, start with Paragraph #2168 and then continue with # 2197.

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     Morning Light welcomes back Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors at The Magis Center, to continue our discussion on modern Eucharistic Miracles. 

 

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     Recorded live at Our Lady of the Rosary parish on Friday, December 8th at 7:00pm.  To watch the concert, you can click this YouTube link:

https://www.youtube.com/live/T4pB1aUCQ1U?si=KkKtEN6IH5vvqYi7

 

 

 

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     Salt & Light Catholic Radio now presents “Woman of the Eucharist.” Based on the final encyclical from Pope Saint John Paul II, Mary is presented as the Mother and Model of the Church.  Join Sister Beverly from Marymount Hermitage as continues to help us understand why the Eucharist is so important to our Catholic faith.  To learn more about the ministry of Sister Beverly, please visit the website: www.Marymount-Hermitage.org 

 

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     Morning Light welcomes back Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press!

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     Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, stops by Morning Light to give us a re-cap of the recent Thanksgiving Food Box Program. Also, updates on both the Christmas Toy Store and Cookies for Corrections.  Finally, don't forget that Avenues for Hope starts Tuesday, Dec. 12th!

 

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     John Vitz from Angelus Music returns to Morning Light to host this week's "Sacred Music" segment of the show.  John talks about his CD - "A Mass for Peace in the Third Millennium" - that it is a "concert liturgy" and NOT music for the sacred liturgy.  He shares his versions of the Sanctus and Memorare, which are posted as music videos, with lyrics, on his website -- angelusmusic.com  

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     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, she shares the many different Saints of Advent, starting with today's - Saint Nicholas! Plus, learn fun ways to celebrate saints such as Ambrose, Lucy, Juan Diego and others.

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Hope Ryan from Morning Light shares her favorite children's book for the season:

Marian Picture Books (Immaculate Conception 12/8, Our Lady of Guadalupe 12/12)

Our Lady of Guadalupe: The Graphic Novel by Natalie Muglia & Sam Estrada. TAN Books

Mary, The Mother of Jesus by Tomie De Paola, Magnificat/Ignatius. 

Our Lady’s Wardrobe and Our Lady’s Picture Book by Anthony DeStefano, Illustrated by Juliana Kolesova. Sophia Institute Press.

Religious Christmas Books with amazing illustrations

Saint Francis and the Nativity by Myrna Strasser, Illustrated by Fausto Bianchi

The Real Santa Claus by Marianna Mayer (Non-fiction)

Peace on Earth by Mary Engelbreit

The Third Gift by Linda Sue Park, Illustrated by Bagram Ibatoulline

Christmas and Winter stories and tales.

Merry Christmas Strega Nona, Old Befana, Las Posadas, Legend of the Poinsettia, and many more by Tomie DePaola

The Spider Who Saved Christmas by Raymond Arroyo, Illustrated by Randy Gallegos. Sophia Institute Press

The Mitten by Jan Brett

Christmas Tapestry by Patricia Polacco

The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey by Susan Wojiechowski, illustrated by PJ Lynch

 

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     Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health. Today, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Dr. Joe Lipetzky talks about teaching children about "sincerity" based on the book "Character Building" by David Isaacs.

https://www.amazon.com/Character-Building-Parents-Teachers-2001-04-10/dp/B01K04OC2M 

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     Cooking With Scripture is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary in Boise. Today, Chef talks about Isaiah 11: 1-16 while our co-hosts delight in a warm bowl of yummy peach cobbler!

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     Alanna Burg & Pam Jaszkowiak represent the Idaho Lay Dominicans today during Morning Light, talking about the First and Second Commandments.  Should YOU wish to brush up on the Catechism of the Catholic Church, start with Paragraph #2084 and then continue with # 2142.

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     Morning Light visits with our "Passionately Pro-Life" advocate, Emily Naugle, about celebrities who were almost aborted.  One of which was none other that Saint Pope John Paul II! It was recently announced that JPII's parents are now being considered for canonization.

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     This recording was provided to Salt & Light Radio by St. Mark's Catholic Community in Boise.  Recorded on December 2, 2023 - this hour-long concert features performances by:  Bella Voce, St. Mark's School Choir, Schola Cantorum Jubilate, the choir from Our Lady of the Rosary parish, Boise Vietnamese Choir and, the St. Mark's Concert Choir.

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     Salt & Light Catholic Radio, and Making Waves Travel, are teaming up for another incredible spiritual experience - a pilgrimage to visit Our Lady of Fatima and Our Lady of Lourdes - April 18th to the 27th, 2024!  Station Manager, Diana Tetreault, joins Morning Light today because it’s the deadline for completing your registration.  Visit saltandlightradio.com/fatima-pilgrimage for details

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     During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Morning Light visits with Cathryn Gardner from Our Lady of the Rosary on the topic:  "Hymns of Thankfulness"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pldbEUCkAnc (Old Hundredth)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmR1JszAM1E (We Gather Together)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEeHADqj8TU (For the Beauty of the Earth)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRIhEdZc3i0 (God of Our Fathers)

 

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     Morning Light presents this encore from Nov. 17, 2021 - Episode #2 of "The Catholic Attic" as Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul’s parish in Nampa, explains more about the season of Advent.

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     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, she talks about the saints & feasts we have to look forward to in the coming week.  Then we discuss - why is Advent a penitential season?  And, how can we observe it as such? [Sorry Frosty & Rudolph - we’re really focused on our Savior!]

 

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     Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  Today, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates, Matt talks about dating and relationships.  

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     Chef Lou Aaron could not be with us today so Morning Light has plucked out this Best of Cooking With Scripture from November 15, 2022 when Chef taught us all about the delicious date.

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     Morning Light welcomes back John Keenan from the Idaho Lay Dominicans, talking today about "Advent & the Ten Commandments" focusing on paragraph #2052 in the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

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     Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors at The Magis Center, joins Morning Light once again to continue our discussion on modern Eucharistic Miracles. 

 

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     "Catholic Counseling" is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  From St. Mark’s Catholic School, we welcome back Sarah Lynch, talking today about: mental health for youth.

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     "Cooking With Scripture" is a weekly segment of Morning Light, hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in east Boise.  Today, we discuss the mighty pomegranate!  Where is it in scripture and how was it used back in Biblical times?

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     Alanna Burg & Pam Jaszkowiak from the Idaho Lay Dominicans join Morning Light today to discuss “Grace & Justification”  (CCC paragraphs #1987 - #2021)

 

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     Morning Light dives deep for yet another Blast From the Past!  Eight years ago on this day, we aired a “Collar Talk” program with Fr. Justin Brady & Fr. Caleb Vogel talking about The Dedication of the Basilica of Sts. Peter & Paul. What is tomorrow’s feast day all about? Tune in and learn more!

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     Dcn. Scott Pearhill, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, stops by Morning Light to go through the latest issue hot off the press!

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     During our weekly "Sacred Music" segment, Morning Light visits with Kris Foster from St. Mark’s music ministry, talking about St Cecelia and her feast day on November 22nd.  She also gives us a "teaser" for their upcoming Advent concert by sharing the song “Gabriel’s Message.” 

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     Morning Light presents "The Catholic Attic" - our monthly catechesis lesson from Fr. Justin Brady, pastor of St. Paul's parish in Nampa.  With Thanksgiving right around the corner, Fr. Brady discusses how to truly give thanks and gratitude for all the Lord has blessed us with.

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     Faith & Feasts is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  Today, we talk about the special Saints to celebrate over the next week.  Then, she discusses ways to begin preparing for a blessed Advent season.

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From Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, Morning Light welcomes back Kathy Edwards…talking today about three words as they apply to our communication with others:

  1. True 

  2. Necessary

  3. Kind 

 

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     Cooking With Scripture is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in east Boise.  Today, while our co-hosts gobble down almonds coated with dark chocolate and some yummy chocolate chip cookies made from almond flour, Chef Lou talks preparing for the future.

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     Morning Light welcomes Josh Andrus & Mike Turner from the Idaho Lay Dominicans, here today to discuss “Moral Law” (CCC paragraphs #1950 - #1985)

 

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     Dr. Scott French, one of the Directors of The Magis Center, returns to Morning Light to discuss both faith AND science.  Dr. French will be giving a presentation on the Shroud of Turin during the upcoming Idaho Catholic Men's Conference.  Be sure to register soon so you don't miss out on this opportunity to learn!  www.IdahoCatholicMen.org 

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     Ken Reif, Idaho State Advocate for the Knights of Columbus, stops by Morning Light to discuss the topic: “Why Catholic men need to join the Knights?”

 

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     Morning Light welcomes back Ralph May, Executive Director from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho.  Today, Ralph talks about Veteran’s Day then gives us some information on the Thanksgiving Food Boxes and updates on the Christmas Toy Store and Cookies for Corrections.

 

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     Jay Wonacott, Director of Marriage & Family Life for the Diocese of Boise, joins Morning Light today to continue his series on the paragraphs in the Catechism pertaining to marriage.  This morning, we cover paragraphs 1631 and 1632.

 

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     "Faith & Feasts" is a weekly segment of Morning Light hosted by Teresa Zepeda.  After a quick look at this week’s line up of Saints and Feast Days, we continue our conversation about the ancient tradition of offering Masses for the dead. What is the reason that this practice has persisted up to today? Plus, other ways we can remember the faithful departed this month.

 

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     Catholic Counseling is a weekly segment of Morning Light where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  Today, from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, we welcome back Dr. Joe Lipetzky talking about how to teach young children about respect.

 

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     Chef Lou Aaron, owner of the Westside Drive-In and a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary, returns for a little "Cooking With Scripture," talking today about salt.  While our Morning Light co-hosts enjoy a plate of homemade French Fries, Chef talks about the importance of life-giving salt and how we must practice what we preach.

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